1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Ram | Samara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
